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My proife for evaluation...

by ltg356 » Wed Nov 26, 2008 9:06 am
My stats:

700 GMAT
3.3 GPA, B.B.A. in Economics from a 2nd tier school
5 years experience, most recently in Consumer Products Corp. Fin.
Currently volunteer @ non profit on weekends (when not in office)
Have been taking a couple of night classes @ Columbia (grad/ugrad - continueing ed.)
Socioeconomic b-ground - first in family to graduate college

Looking at Columbia, NYU, Cornell, Duke, & USC
I know I fit the 'average' profile for most of these, but I'm concerned that 'average' won't cut it this season (Fall 2009)

Your thoughts please?

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by Lisa Anderson » Mon Dec 01, 2008 8:50 am
Dear ltg356,

What makes the difference for any applicant is how well you put your application together. It is imperative you present a strong rationale for why you want a MBA, how it fits into your overall career plan, and why the school you are applying to is a good match for you. Likewise, you must distinguish yourself from the competition and demonstrate successful leadership experiences/evidence of leadership potential.

Your profile is your foundation, now you need to construct a compelling case for your admission with your essays, recommendations, and interviews.

Good luck,
Lisa
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